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Promise

2017unisex

woody up front, then earthy, settling into rose.

Promise by Frederic Malle is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Promise was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion. Top notes are Apple, Pink Pepper, Rosemary, Saffron and Cloves; middle notes are Bulgarian Rose and Turkish Rose; base notes are Cypriol Oil or…

woody earthy rose fruity

Nose: Dominique Ropion

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Apple, Pink Pepper, Rosemary, Saffron, Cloves
Heart· 2–4h
Bulgarian Rose, Turkish Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Patchouli, Castoreum, Labdanum, Ambroxan

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

55%

47%

45%

45%

43%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter38%Fall34%Spring19%Summer8%Night65%Day35%Wears unisex42%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Promise smell like?

woody up front, then earthy, settling into rose. Dominant accords: woody, earthy, rose.

What notes are in Promise?

Top: Apple, Pink Pepper, Rosemary, Saffron, Cloves. Heart: Bulgarian Rose, Turkish Rose. Base: Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Patchouli, Castoreum, Labdanum, Ambroxan.

How long does Promise last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Promise loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Promise best for?

Winter is the top pick (38%). Fall is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Promise?

Night wear leads at 65%. Day is a secondary pick at 35%.

Is Promise for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 42% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Promise?

Composed by Dominique Ropion. Released in 2017.